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SubjectRe: [PATCH 01/12] Security: Add CAP_COMPROMISE_KERNEL
On 03/18/2013 09:47 PM, James Morris wrote:
> On Mon, 18 Mar 2013, Matthew Garrett wrote:
>
>> This patch introduces CAP_COMPROMISE_KERNEL.
>
> I'd like to see this named CAP_MODIFY_KERNEL, which is more accurate and
> less emotive. Otherwise I think core kernel developers will be scratching
> their head over where to sprinkle this.
>
> Apart from that, I like the idea, especially when it's wired up to MAC
> security.

The wiring up to MAC security is a nice touch.

-hpa


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H. Peter Anvin, Intel Open Source Technology Center
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